RECAP of TOPICS DISCUSSED on 

12/13/22

• Current MAP data trends show need for investment in classroom libraries for guided reading and OG overlap in curriculum.  Budget should be reviewed for allocation.
• New Math curriculum and the Math & Movement Program thus far successful, with its multi-sensory approach.
• More detailed  Data Dashboard will be presented to the BOT in February.
• Visit to the Windward School with the Middle School Collaboration Committee helped solidify BP‘s 5th graders middle school articulation. Many 5th grade families did apply to the three schools involved with the Committee.
• BP will launch enrollment applications in January. Demand for Bridge seats already surfacing among families.
• School level administration working with Paseck Consultants timeline for re-authorization.
• Pedagogical observations continue. Many new, inexperienced teachers require numerous interventions and mentoring.  Update requested by AC chair by next meeting. 

1. Professional Development plans for  January 17th

2. Connect Saturday planing

3. YMCA SEL grant

4. Brief academic data update

5. After-school  Session 1 completion

6. Guided reading/OG libraries update

7. Pedagogical observation update/mentoring new teachers

Mary Petrone has resigned from the Academic Committee for personal reasons, effective immediately.

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